Small Business Payroll Software

  • Time tracking
  • Timesheets
  • Time reports
  • Billable hours
  • Team activity
  • Quick invoices
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Why Payroll is a Challenge for Small Businesses

Without TMetric

  • Manual payroll takes hours each cycle.
  • Wage calculations are prone to human error.
  • Compliance with taxes and time off rules can be complex.

With TMetric

  • Time and attendance flow directly into money calculations.
  • All work hours are automatically summarized.
  • Generate report summaries and export for accounting.

TMetric - Your Best Small Business Payroll Solution

TMetric captures every hour your employees work and turns tracked time into accurate payroll data.

Save time 4hrs a week saved by automating time-to-payroll process
Reduce errors 30% fewer payroll calculation mistakes with TMetric

Key Features of TMetric Payroll Software

Automatic time tracking

TMetric automatically records your work time and activity, eliminating the need for manual tracking.

  • Click the Start timer when you begin working on a task
  • TMetric records the time while the timer is running
  • When you finish, stop the timer to save the time entry
  • On the Time page, you can see all your time entries
Automatic time tracking

Accurate payroll

TMetric ensures employees are paid accurately based on hours, rates, and overtime.

  • Set cost rates for each team member in TMetric
  • Configure the work schedule to control overtime
  • Track employee work hours using Timetric
  • Use tracked time data to generate payroll
Accurate payroll

Timesheet approvals & exporting

TMetric timesheets streamline workflow for verifying hours and generating reports.

  • Employees log work hours automatically with TMetric
  • Timesheets are created from tracked work hours
  • Employees submit their timesheets for review
  • Managers approve timesheets for payroll or reporting
Timesheet approvals & exporting

Attendance & time off management

With TMetric, you simplify employee paid time off and vacation tracking.

  • Add time-off policies so your employees can request time off
  • Team members request time off, and managers approve the requests
  • Approved attendance and time-off are included in payroll calculations
  • View and manage attendance and time off using the Time Off Calendar
Attendance & time off management

Activity monitoring

TMetric monitors employee activity to give you better visibility into how work time is used.

  • Install the TMetric desktop client on your employees’ machines
  • TMetric records apps, websites, and work activity while the timer is running
  • Managers can view activity levels to understand how time is spent
  • Analyze activity reports for productivity and workflow insights
Activity monitoring

Detailed reporting

TMetric reports provide all the data needed to calculate and verify employee payments accurately.

  • Employees record their work time and activity using TMetric
  • TMetric generates payroll reports from hours, overtime, and pay rates
  • A payroll is created based on the Team Summary report
  • Managers review the report and export it for accounting
Detailed reporting

Seamless Integrations
for a Unified Workflow

Time is captured directly from where your team works - no switching tabs, no manual entry.

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TMetric helps us to track and manage our work time on different projects.

TMetric helps us to track and manage our work time on different projects.

It has provided us with a comprehensive overview of how our time is allocated across various tasks. Its reporting features have been particularly helpful in providing us with valuable insights into our work patterns, which has resulted in increased efficiency and productivity.

Linda Förster

Project manager at Medud

We’ve found TMetric to be both user friendly and robust.

We’ve found TMetric to be both user friendly and robust.

It was easy to setup which allowed us to begin leveraging the tool immediately. It also provides multiple layers of reporting which provides value to our organization on a number of different levels.

Brian Reilly

BankBound

TMetric is faster, more convenient and cheaper, the support is responsive and they fixed some bugs quickly.

TMetric is faster, more convenient and cheaper, the support is responsive and they fixed some bugs quickly.

TMetric is faster, more convenient and cheaper, the support is responsive and they fixed some bugs quickly.

Swen Roethlisberger

Floowedit

I recently transitioned from full-time employee to ‘consultant’.

I recently transitioned from full-time employee to ‘consultant’.

Needed an app to track projects, tasks and generate billing based on our agreement. TMetric handles this elegantly and I can access from my iPhone, iPad or PC- awesome!

Jim Rolph

Manufacturer's Representative at Gorman Company

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I use small business payroll software instead of doing payroll manually?

A small business payroll program saves time, reduces errors, and ensures tax compliance by automating calculations, filings, and payments. It scales with your business, offers employee self-service, and integrates with tools like accounting and time tracking.

Is small business payroll software easy to use for a non-technical person?

Yes, most small business payroll software is designed to be user-friendly, even for non-technical users. These payroll apps for small teams with hourly staff often include step-by-step setup guides, intuitive dashboards, and customer support to walk you through.

Is there any free payroll software for small businesses?

Yes, some free payroll software exists, like Payroll4Free (for up to 25 employees) and basic Excel templates, but they often lack automation, support, or full tax services. They're best for very small teams with simple needs.

How do I do payroll for my LLC?

Start with an EIN and classify your workers. Register with tax agencies, run payroll on a set schedule, handle withholdings, and file/pay taxes. Use software to simplify the process.

What pricing plans does TMetric offer for small business payroll software?

TMetric payroll solution for small business offers three plans for small businesses:

  • Free: Up to 2 users, basic time tracking and reporting.
  • Professional: adds billing, invoicing, and task management.
  • Business: includes payroll, paid time off tracking, and advanced reports.

All paid plans come with a 14-day free trial and volume discounts for larger teams.

How easy is it to set up and use TMetric for small business payroll management?

TMetric small business software with payroll offers a straightforward onboarding process with clear step-by-step guidance, intuitive dashboards, and helpful tutorials. The payroll features integrate smoothly with its time-tracking tools, automating calculations like hours worked and overtime. Plus, customer support is available if you need extra help.

Does TMetric provide customer support if I need help setting up or using the payroll software?

Yes, TMetric desktop payroll software for small businesses offers 24/7 customer support via email and has a detailed Help Center with tutorials. You can also request a demo for personalized setup assistance.

Can TMetric help me generate payroll reports, such as pay stubs and tax forms?

While TMetric payroll application for small businesses doesn't directly produce pay stubs or tax forms, it offers features that facilitate their creation. You can assign cost rates to team members, track time and attendance, and monitor overtime. Additionally, TMetric integrates with QuickBooks, allowing seamless synchronization of time entries and payroll data, where you can generate pay stubs and tax forms.

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